Trip Around the World - Chapter 2
Synopsis
A brush turkey can build a nest weighing as much as 4 tons to incubate its eggs using the heat generated from decomposing leaves.
Synopsis
In Borgo, Benin, the Somba tribe hunts using poisoned arrowheads and traditional flutes. The hunt, conducted annually in May, involves small groups led by a chief. Meanwhile, in Australia, a brush turkey builds a massive nest, weighing up to four tons, using decomposing leaves to incubate its eggs. The film also features Cuba's blind fish and the cenotes of Yucatán, revealing unique ecosystems and cultural practices.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how brush turkeys create incubators from decomposing leaves.
- Meet the Somba tribe as they demonstrate their hunting traditions.
- Find out about the unique adaptations of blind fish in dark environments.
Did You Know
- The brush turkey's nest can weigh as much as 4 tons.
- The Somba people hunt in small groups led by a chief.
- There are four species of blind fish that live in permanent darkness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the weight of some giant birds called moas?
Some moas weighed as much as 550 pounds.
How does the brush turkey incubate its eggs?
The brush turkey builds a nest from leaves and other plant materials, where decomposition produces heat to maintain an incubator temperature between 30 and 35° C.
What do the Somba people use to poison their arrowheads?
The Somba people treat their arrowheads with a deadly poison obtained from a plant.
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